I have a 1 and 2 year old that both have their own storage chest. They love them and they really do hold a ton of toys. They were easy to set up...Read complete review

I have a 1 and 2 year old that both have their own storage chest. They love them and they really do hold a ton of toys. They were easy to set up (if it would have set up properly...see below) and are easy to clean and very safe for children. The only issue I have is that on one of the chests the door doesn't fit right. It is VERY tight and my two year old can't open/close it. The base of the unit isn't quite wide enough to allow the door to close all the way. I have contacted the Step 2 company to see if they will help. So far, they've just said this is a new design and had me email a picture of what I am talking about...I hope they can do more than that.

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I purchased one of these lift hide bookshelves for my grandson 2 years ago for our home and wanted to purchase one for another grandson for his home only to find that the quality was...Read complete review

I purchased one of these lift hide bookshelves for my grandson 2 years ago for our home and wanted to purchase one for another grandson for his home only to find that the quality was no longer there. The one purchased 2 years ago and was on display in the store was very sturdy. It was a hard thick plastic and was in one piece. The one I brought home to give as a Christmas gift is going back. It is in 2 pieces (made to be screwed together) which is not a bad thing but it was so flimsy I couldn't believe the difference. I could actually see through the thin plastic. For the price they charged for this toy box I expected better. I think they need to go back to the quality and charge more if the profit margin is the problem.

We were really excited for this toy box to contain a toy explosion that happened in our house after the kids' birthdays and the holidays.

I was pretty surprised when I took it out of the box. Right away I could tell how thin the plastic was. Very different from the plastic in the two playhouses, kitchen and two wagons from Step 2 that we have. (We have the white and red one and you could see the floor tiles through the inside of the box if that shows how thin it is!).

Also, the lid was scratched all over and had lumpy ridges along the bottom of the lid (where you put your hand to open it). It does hold quite a few toys and I love the shelf on top. Just not overly impressed with this item. Still on the fence if we will be keeping it or not.

Was this a gift?:

No

Bottom LineNo, I would not recommend this to a friend

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This product is cute, durable, has a good amount of storage. In fact, our 2 1/2 grandaughter used it to play hide and seek before it got filled with toys. The lid that goes up and slides back to stay open is especially nice. We are pleased.

I bought two of these storage unit one for my son and one for my baby girl who is on the way. They are great for holding all sorts of things without fearing that the toy box will slam shut on little fingers.

This is the best toy storage system we have used. I am planning ony buying one for my daughter too. It holds TONS of toys! We also use the two shelves to display our little people playsets. I like how it is very sturdy, and wont tip over. And safety-wise - the lid has a gap, and doesn't lock. It will be good for years to come!

Ronnie P:I looked all over with a flashlight, not to over look any part of the chest, no markings. Could it be older than 2007. It's not a two part chest its all one unit. If it's older than 7 years it's a tuff chest my 2 year old grandson put it through the course. He likes to climb.Sep 16, 2013

A shopper asked:Is this suitable for outdoor use? We need a place to store balls and water toys in our back yard. We live in Vegas so the heat is more of a concern, but it rains occasionally in the summer too. Thanks for your time!Mar 27, 2013

Staff:You can purchase these through our Customer Service Department. Please call toll free 1-800-347-8372 Monday - Friday, from 8-5 ET and we will be happy to assist you with this request.May 31, 2013

Step2Staff:This bookcase comes in pink and red. We will be releasing an option with cream and navy within the month. Please check back for the color addition. As a side note, I personally own this product in red and I am amazed by the amount of storage room in this product!Apr 22, 2013